Emerald Miles

Thank you to the 855 participants who came out for the 10th Annual Emerald Miles Run/Walk on March 13, 2010! Even with the rainy weather, we had a great crowd.

Thank you to all of our generous sponsors: Fifth Third Bank, Cincinnati Bell Technology Solutions, Cincinnati Bell, Hewlett-Packard, Hunt Builders, Avaya, Tata Consulting Services, USI Insurance, Matrix, Kohl's, Focus on Success, Berry Company, Marx's Hot Bagels, Costco, Fleet Feet Sports, Newport on the Levee and the band Tempted Souls. 

We had a record 42 teams taking part and raising $27,102. The top 5 teams were: Team B-Rox, T Money Millionaires, Team Cheese, Caleb's Crew and Wicked Superheroes. 

So far, the donation and registrations are totaling $57,597.00, but you can click on the leprechaun logo above to see if any more has come in!

To get the race results, visit sprunning.com and follow the register/results tab.

View the pictures from the race.

Emerald Miles is our annual 5K (3.10685 Miles) run/walk fundraiser. The race starts at Newport on the Levee, crosses over the Purple People Bridge, takes participants through Sawyer Point, along the Ohio River and back to Newport on the Levee. This year's event took place on Saturday, March 13, 2010.

Emerald Miles takes place in March of every year and it is dedicated to the memory of Dennis Stemler. Dennis was an energetic, caring young adult who found joy in living. He never let life get him down, but always reached for the stars as he overcame the many struggles associated with epilepsy. He took part in the Epilepsy Foundation's Camp Dream Catcher and teen support group, was active in his high school and ran on both his school's cross country team and in this race. On February 24, 2004, Dennis died unexpectedly from a seizure. His death had a profound impact on the community and hundreds of family, friends and classmates joined together to honor Dennis by participating in this event.

We invite you to celebrate the lives of those with epilepsy by joining in this event. You can enter as an individual, start a team, join a team or sponsor a participant. You can also collect pledges to win great prizes.

Register Individually: To register as a 5K runner or walker, simply fill out a and send it to our main office with your registration fee. Or, you can register on-line by going to our Emerald Miles website. All participants who pre-register receive a commemorative long-sleeve t-shirt along with refreshments, awards and door prizes after the event.

Start a Team/Join a Team: Friends of the agency have the opportunity to make a huge impact on those we serve by starting a team. Team captains encourage friends, family and co-workers to support a great cause. They can run/walk on behalf of the team or simply send in a donation to support a team. Either way, the Epilepsy Foundation benefits from the team's generosity and the captains have the chance to win great prizes. To start or join a team, go to our Emerald Miles website and follow team links.

Donate to Support the Event: Individuals, families or businesses can have a lasting effect upon the agency by donating to this event. These generous benefactors can remain anonymous or receive recognition for their contribution on the event flyers, webpage, t-shirts and more! Simply visit our Emerald Miles website and click on "donate". You can be rest assured that your gift will be put to wise use as we reach out to the community.

2009 Emerald Miles